Buy a UK 0800 Number for Your Business
You can buy a UK 0800 number from £14.99 per month with no setup fees and no long-term contracts. Your number is typically live within 1 hour of ordering. An 0800 number is a Freephone number regulated by Ofcom — meaning it costs your callers absolutely nothing to dial, whether they're on a UK mobile or landline. You don't need a UK address or office; the number forwards calls to any phone globally. Over 500 businesses across the UK, US, and Australia already use UKTollFree.com.
A UK 0800 number is a non-geographic "Freephone" telephone number regulated by Ofcom. Calls to 0800 numbers are completely free for the caller from all UK mobile phones and landlines. The business receiving the call pays a small per-minute rate. 0800 numbers project a professional, national presence and are proven to increase inbound call volume by up to 185%.
Why Buy an 0800 Number?
The primary reason businesses buy 0800 numbers is simple: more people call when it's free. Research consistently shows that displaying a Freephone number on your website, Google ads, or marketing materials dramatically increases inbound enquiries compared to using a standard geographic 01/02 number or an 03 number.
Beyond the call volume uplift, an 0800 Freephone number gives your business immediate credibility. UK consumers associate 0800 numbers with established, trustworthy companies — from NHS helplines to major banks and insurers. Whether you're a small business, a growing e-commerce store, or an international company entering the UK market, an 0800 number signals that you take customer service seriously.
How Much Does It Cost to Buy an 0800 Number?
UK 0800 numbers are far more affordable than most people expect. Here's a transparent breakdown of our pricing plans:
| Feature | Starter — £14.99/mo | Business — £29.99/mo | Enterprise — Custom |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0800 Numbers | 1 | 1 | Unlimited |
| Inclusive Minutes | 100/month | 250/month | Pay as you go |
| Extra Minutes | 5p/min | 5p/min | Custom rate |
| Call Forwarding | ✓ 1 destination | ✓ Multiple | ✓ Unlimited |
| IVR / Auto-Attendant | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ Custom flows |
| Call Recording | ✗ | ✓ 30-day storage | ✓ 90-day storage |
| Analytics Dashboard | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ Advanced |
| Voicemail to Email | ✓ | ✓ + Transcription | ✓ + Transcription |
| Simultaneous Ring | ✗ | ✓ Up to 5 phones | ✓ Unlimited |
| Softphone App | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Support | Priority phone & email | 24/7 dedicated manager | |
| Setup Fee | £0 | £0 | £0 |
| Contract | None — cancel anytime | None — cancel anytime | Custom SLA |
The Business plan at £29.99/month is our most popular option because it includes everything a growing company needs: IVR menus, call recording, analytics, and the softphone app. For smaller businesses or sole traders testing the waters, the Starter plan is an affordable entry point.
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Book Free Demo View All PlansHow to Buy an 0800 Number — 3 Simple Steps
Getting your 0800 number live is straightforward. No technical expertise required, no hardware to install, and no waiting days for activation.
Step 1: Choose Your Number
Browse available 0800 numbers or request a memorable vanity number (e.g., 0800 123 4567). You can also request to port your existing 0800 number from another provider — we handle the entire process at no charge.
Step 2: Configure Call Routing
Tell us where you want your calls sent. You can route to a single UK mobile, an office landline, a VoIP system, or multiple destinations simultaneously. Set up IVR menus ("Press 1 for Sales, 2 for Support") and configure time-of-day routing so after-hours calls go to voicemail or an on-call number.
Step 3: Go Live
Your 0800 number is typically activated within 1 hour. UK callers can now reach you for free from any mobile or landline. Start tracking calls in your analytics dashboard immediately.
Who Should Buy a UK 0800 Number?
0800 numbers are used across virtually every industry and business size. The most common buyers include:
0800 vs Other UK Number Types — Quick Comparison
Not sure whether to buy an 0800 number or use a different UK number type? Here's how they compare:
| Number Type | Cost to Caller | Geographic? | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0800 | Free | Non-geographic | Sales, support, national presence |
| 0808 | Free | Non-geographic | Same as 0800 — used when 0800 unavailable |
| 01 / 02 | Included in bundles | Geographic (city-specific) | Local businesses wanting a local identity |
| 0333 | Same as 01/02 call | Non-geographic | National presence without paying for freephone |
| 0345 | Same as 01/02 call | Non-geographic | Government, utilities, public services |
| 03 | Same as 01/02 call | Non-geographic | Budget alternative to 0800 |
The key advantage of 0800 over all other types is that it's genuinely free for the caller. 0333 and 0345 numbers are charged at the same rate as a local call, which means callers with limited minutes may still hesitate. An 0800 number removes that barrier entirely. For a detailed breakdown, see our 0800 vs 0333 comparison.
What's Included With Your 0800 Number?
Every 0800 number from UKTollFree.com comes with enterprise-grade features that used to cost thousands per year. Depending on your plan, you get:
Buying an 0800 Number From Outside the UK
One of the most common questions we receive is: "Can I buy a UK 0800 number if my business isn't in the UK?" The answer is yes — and it's one of our most popular use cases.
You do not need a UK address, UK office, or UK bank account. Many of our customers are US companies, Australian businesses, Canadian firms, and Indian BPOs that want to offer their UK customers a free, professional number to call. Your 0800 number can route calls to any phone number in the world — a US mobile, an Australian office landline, or a cloud VoIP system anywhere on the planet.
Your UK customers call for free. Your team answers from wherever they are. It's that simple.
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